Flights experienced delays at two major UK airports due to jet fuel supply challenges on Sunday evening. Passengers on ten flights departing from Glasgow and Edinburgh airport encountered disruptions.
Both Scottish airports have reported that their operations are gradually returning to normal following the jet fuel supply issues on Sunday evening.
The global reduction in jet fuel supply, partly due to restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz following the Iran conflict, has impacted the industry. However, the specific issues at the Scottish airports are attributed to a shortage of fuel lorry drivers rather than global market conditions.
A spokesperson for Edinburgh Airport confirmed that 10 flights were delayed on Sunday but mentioned that fuel deliveries had resumed by Monday.
Similarly, a spokesperson for Glasgow Airport explained that a temporary staffing problem affected one of the fuel suppliers used by airlines at the airport. Efforts are underway to restore fuel stock levels to their usual status, with no flight cancellations reported, and the airport maintaining full operational capacity.
The spokesperson further clarified that fuel supplies are gradually returning to normal, with limited widespread disruptions despite some flight delays. Airlines purchase jet fuel while airports provide the necessary storage and infrastructure support.